Fiction / Historical Best Sellers

"The Yearling" by Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings is a coming-of-age novel set in the Florida scrubland during the late 19th century. The story follows a young boy, Jody Baxter, and his relationship with a fawn he adopts as a pet. Rawlings' novel explores themes of family, nature, and the challenges of growing up in a rural environment. The novel won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1939.

"My Son, My Son!" by Howard Spring is a family drama that explores the complexities of relationships and the impact of war on individuals and families. The story revolves around the Hamer family and the challenges they face during World War I. Spring's novel delves into themes of love, sacrifice, and the enduring bonds that connect family members.

"Northwest Passage" by Kenneth Roberts is a historical novel set during the French and Indian War. The story follows the adventures of Major Robert Rogers and his Rangers as they embark on a daring expedition through the wilderness. The novel explores themes of courage, survival, and the frontier spirit.

"Stars on the Sea" by F. Van Wyck Mason is a historical novel set against the backdrop of naval warfare during the American Revolution. The story follows the adventures of a young American naval officer, providing a vivid portrayal of the challenges and dangers faced by seafarers during a pivotal period in history. Mason's novel combines action and historical drama.

The Nazarene is a historical novel by Sholem Asch set in first-century Judea. The novel tells the story of Jesus from the perspective of Judas Iscariot.

In the early 1900s, an Englishman named Philip Carey goes to Paris to study art. There he meets and falls in love with a Frenchwoman named Nora. The two must contend with the outbreak of World War I and Philip's own insecurity.

In the early 1900s, two American siblings, Ned and Faith, move to England to live with their father. The siblings fall in love with two English people, and the four must contend with the outbreak of World War I.

The novel tells the story of Roger Sherman, a young man from a wealthy family who is trying to find his place in the world. Sherman is a disillusioned idealist who is critical of the shallowness and hypocrisy of the upper class.

A love story set against the backdrop of the Boxer Rebellion in China.

Set during the American Civil War, the novel follows Scarlett O'Hara's journey through love, loss, and societal change.

A historical novel set during the American Revolution, following the lives of a young couple in the Mohawk Valley.

"Sanfelice" by Vincent Sheean is a historical novel set during the Naples revolution of 1799. The story revolves around Eleonora de Fonseca Pimentel, a poet and revolutionary, and her involvement in the political upheaval. Sheean's novel combines elements of historical fiction, romance, and drama, providing a vivid portrayal of a tumultuous period in Italian history.

"House Divided" by Ben Ames Williams is a historical novel set during the American Civil War. The story revolves around two families, the Parkers and the Morses, and explores the impact of the war on their lives, relationships, and principles. Williams delves into themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the human cost of conflict.

Set during World War I, Paths of Glory is the story of a group of French soldiers who are court-martialed and executed for their alleged cowardice

A historical novel spanning several decades, focusing on the lumber industry and the lives of those involved in its ups and downs.

Vein of Iron is a novel by Ellen Glasgow, published in 1935. The novel is set in the American Civil War, and is a story of love and war, of the South and the North, of slavery and freedom.

"Young Renny" by Mazo De La Roche is a historical novel and part of the Jalna series. The story follows the Whiteoak family and focuses on the character Renny, capturing the generational saga of the Whiteoaks at the family estate, Jalna. De La Roche's storytelling unfolds against the backdrop of changing times and family dynamics, creating a rich tapestry of historical fiction.

"So Red the Rose" by Stark Young is a historical novel set during the American Civil War. The story follows a Southern family as they navigate the challenges and tragedies of war, providing a vivid portrayal of the era's social and political upheavals.

Family drama novel exploring Jewish identity and tradition.

A historical novel presenting the life of Roman Emperor Claudius, blending fiction and historical facts.

The epic historical novel spans continents and generations, following the life and adventures of the protagonist Anthony Adverse.

"Lamb in His Bosom" by Caroline Miller is a historical novel set in the antebellum South. The story follows Cean Carver, a woman living on a Georgia farm, as she navigates the challenges of marriage, motherhood, and societal expectations. Miller's portrayal of Southern life provides a rich and immersive narrative that captures the nuances of a bygone era.

The Forty Days of Musa Dagh is the story of a group of Armenian people who live in the village of Musa Dagh during the Armenian Genocide. They are able to hold off the Turkish soldiers for 40 days, but at the end, they must make a decision about whether to stay or go.

A novel depicting the challenges and triumphs of a family in rural Maine, exploring themes of love, resilience, and community.

The novel tells the story of Bertrand Caillet, a young man who is bitten by a werewolf and becomes one himself. Caillet must come to terms with his new identity and learn to control his urges. Meanwhile, he falls in love with a woman who is also a werewolf.

The Oppermanns is a novel by Lion Feuchtwanger, published in 1933. The novel is set in Germany in the early 20th century, and is a story of a wealthy Jewish family's fall from grace during the rise of the Nazi Party.

"The Fountain" by Charles Langbridge Morgan is a novel that explores themes of love, identity, and the search for meaning in life. The story revolves around a romantic relationship that spans different time periods and lifetimes. Morgan's novel delves into philosophical and existential questions, providing readers with a reflective and emotionally resonant narrative.

The final volume in the Forsyte Saga, which chronicles the lives of an upper-middle-class family in England

In the early 1900s, two English siblings, John and Mary, are living in India with their father when they are suddenly orphaned. The two must find their way back to England on their own, encountering danger and adventure along the way.

A portrayal of a young couple's struggles during the economic hardships of post-World War I Germany.

A love story set against the backdrop of the New York City riots of 1857.

A novel about the rise and fall of a southern family.

The Good Earth is the story of a Chinese farmer and his family during the early years of the 20th century.

Part of the Forsyte Saga, a family saga novel exploring societal changes.

The novel tells the story of the love affair between a young woman and a married man. It is set in the early twentieth century in the small town of Haverford, Indiana.

The novel tells the story of Hans Castorp, a young man who goes to visit his cousin in a sanatorium in the Swiss Alps. While there, Hans falls in love with a woman who is terminally ill. The novel is a contemplation of life, death, and love.

A young woman falls in love with the harbourmaster of a small town in Nova Scotia, Canada

The Sheltered Life is the story of two women whose lives are changed by the arrival of a handsome stranger.